Kagoshima travel guide
Kagoshima Tourism | Kagoshima Guide
You're Going to Love Kagoshima
With a population of 555,352, Kagoshima is the largest city in Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan by the number of inhabitants. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Kagoshima deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Kagoshima
If you’re looking for affordable options, Flying Hog Grill (43 - 15 Koraicho) and Daily Social (43 - 15 Koraicho) are great picks.
When to visit Kagoshima
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kagoshima in August, when the average temperature is 29 °C, and the highest can go up to 33 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 5 °C, with an average temperature of 9 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 410 mm. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in Kagoshima, with an average rainfall of 70 mm.
How to Get to Kagoshima
Plane
When flying to Kagoshima, you’ll arrive at Kagoshima (KOJ), which is located 19 miles from the city centre.
Train
The train station in Kagoshima is called Kagoshimachuo, and is located 1.3 miles from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Kagoshima is to pick up a car hire from Fukuoka, which is about 141 miles from Kagoshima. You’ll find branches of OR RENT A CAR and Avis, among others, in Fukuoka.
Airlines serving Kagoshima
Where to stay in Kagoshima
Average rates range from around RM 216 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 692 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Guest House M104 Kagoshima and Hostel Tomal.
Where to stay in popular areas of Kagoshima
Most booked hotels in Kagoshima
Hiring a car in Kagoshima
Expect to pay RM 5.36 per litre in Kagoshima (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 64.23 and RM 85.64. The most frequently booked car type in Kagoshima is Economy (Honda Fit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Suzuki Wagon R or similar) is, on average, 49% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.